2021 Michigan Lyme Disease Risk Map

Lyme disease is an emerging disease transmitted by the

blacklegged tick in Michigan. Local risk for Lyme disease varies
depending on whether infected ticks are in the area. Several local
and state agencies partner to conduct surveillance for Lyme
disease in people and animals. The below map classifies risk
based upon field collected and infected ticks and reported human Blacklegged ticks are active from March to
cases of Lyme disease in Michigan (see the legend for specific November in Michigan. They are commonly
criteria). The map is updated as new information becomes found in wooded and brushy habitats.

available.

For more information about Lyme disease prevention, visit www.michigan.gov/lyme

LEGEND
County with known risk
for Lyme Disease
• At least 2 confirmed local
exposures, and/or
• Blacklegged ticks with Lyme
bacteria

County with potential risk

for Lyme disease
• Adjacent to a confirmed
county and/or
• Blacklegged ticks present
but not infected with
Lyme disease bacteria

County with negative tick sampling

information or lacking information

Updated May 2021